The Cancer Roadmap Blog

The Cancer Roadmap Blog is my mini-journal about the cancer journey. It...

• Lets you know whenever any new web pages appear on Cancer Roadmap,



• Keeps you up-to-date with other postings or news about cancer,



• Points out some of my past tips and advice that you might otherwise miss,



• Lets you know when I send out the Cancer Roadmap e-zine (in case you don't like to give your e-mail address, or if your ISP tends to over-filter causing you to miss an issue).

22 days from now...

I've been training to participate in the Washington, D.C. 3-Day Walk to benefit the Susan G. Komen Foundation for months...it's hard to believe the walk is only 22 days away! Yikes!

How Does Chemotherapy Work?

How does chemotherapy work? If you're wondering what to expect when you go in for a chemotherapy treatment, you've come to the right place.

In Loving Memory...

My Grandpa Gil passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2008, from cancer. He was 86 years old and lived a very active life up until one week before he died.

His passing has reignited my passion to do everything I can to futher cancer research and prevention.

Here's to a wonderful man - may you rest in peace! I will think of you every time I eat ice cream, every time I go bowling, and every time I play Scrabble. You will be missed by many, but never forgotten.

Questions to Ask Your Doctor

Be prepared for your office visits by writing down questions to ask your doctor or nurse.

Cancer Charities and Organizations

Lucky for us, there are lots of cancer charities out there working to raise funds to find cures and support cancer care.

External Radiation Treatment for Cancer

If you're wondering what to expect when you go in for radiation treatment for cancer, you've found the right place!

Cancer Diagnosis and Prognosis

A cancer diagnosis involves more than just walking into your doctor’s office and telling her that you haven’t been feeling well lately.

Fighting Cancer - Do's and Don'ts

Fighting cancer is hard enough without the added stress of issues with your insurance provider, feeling down about your appearance, and all of those other things that might be stressing you out.

Cancer Support Advice for Spouses

Has your spouse been diagnosed with cancer? You might be feeling just as overwhelmed as your significant other; this cancer support advice for spouses and partners will help you along the way.

Cancer Research Study - Why You Should Consider Participating

Participating in a cancer research study is a good thing to do for several reasons.